History & Heritage

Stories that connect our past to our present, exploring the roots of culture, traditions and historical milestones.

Tai Seng’s Best-Kept Secret Is Kapo Factory Building’s Hidden Cultural Gems

Tai Seng’s Best-Kept Secret Is Kapo Factory Building’s Hidden Cultural Gems

From Hokkien vinyl records to vintage PAP memorabilia.

by Kimberly Lim April 19, 2024

In Memoriam: Our Makan Places Lost to Time

In Memoriam: Our Makan Places Lost to Time

Singaporeans reminisce the food and spaces they once enjoyed.

by Daniel Peters April 14, 2024

Navigating Food, Guilt and Hope This Eid

Navigating Food, Guilt and Hope This Eid

Reckoning with the privilege of sumptuous meals while others starve.

by Farah Wahidah April 10, 2024

The Auspicious Englishisation of Chinese Singaporean Names

The Auspicious Englishisation of Chinese Singaporean Names

Navigating Chinese Singaporean identity in a sea of Jaydens, Kaydens, and Braydens.

by Kimberly Lim April 3, 2024

To Hell With Ang Bao Market Rate Guides

To Hell With Ang Bao Market Rate Guides

Have we gone too far with ang bao culture?

by Kimberly Lim March 20, 2024

Phua Chu Kang Is Immortal. Gurmit Singh Isn’t.

Phua Chu Kang Is Immortal. Gurmit Singh Isn’t.

“If someone goes to my funeral and thinks they’re going to a Phua Chu Kang funeral, that’s fine with me.”

by Hykel Quek February 16, 2024

Recent Articles

Districts

A Brief History of Holland Village

A Brief History of Holland Village

Even with several new malls and buildings sprouting up over the years, there's an inexplicable charm to Holland Village that transcends time, drawing people back repeatedly.

by RICE

February 18, 2024

Districts

One Final Lap Around Bukit Timah Turf City

One Final Lap Around Bukit Timah Turf City

As Turf City tenants prepare to move out before 2024, they ask: Where to find this kind of place in Singapore?

by Eunice Sng

December 28, 2023

Binge

Why You Shouldn’t Get Into Arguments About Devil’s Curry With Eurasians

Why You Shouldn’t Get Into Arguments About Devil’s Curry With Eurasians

The beloved Christmas dish that's just as spicy to eat as it is to quarrel about.

by Andre Frois

December 22, 2023

Districts

What Does the Future Look Like for Holland Village?

What Does the Future Look Like for Holland Village?

Could a new development bring the vibes (and the people) back?

by Andre Frois

December 20, 2023

Amongst Us

A Singaporean Couple’s Uphill Battle To Save Their Kelong

A Singaporean Couple’s Uphill Battle To Save Their Kelong

On a mission to save their humble kelong.

by Hykel Quek

December 13, 2023